One of the more well-known traditions of Japanese culture is the annual cherry blossom festival, celebrating the new season and the breathtaking blooms it brings. Learn more about the festival's origins and how it's celebrated today in the west.

You're probably familiar with the Maneki-Neko, also known to as the money cat or lucky cat, but Japan has a vast array of other lucky charms — some of which may surprise you. Read on to find out what they are!